Maya, Sophia, and Puri (Uptown Doulas)

Hi, we are Maya, Sophia and Puri. We are experienced holistic birth doulas, certified lactation consultants, and childbirth educators. What makes us unique is that we practice as a team of three! Every client gets thrice the experience, attention and love from us. We have attended over 600 births and have completed more than 30 certifications and training courses between the three of us. Our main goal is to make you feel safe during your labor and we take the time to learn what that looks like for you. As moms ourselves, our guidance and advice comes infused with a healthy dose of practicality. We also proudly serve people in Español!
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Uptown Doulas are experienced holistic birth and postpartum doulas and lactation consultants based in New York City: Maya Hernandez (she/her), Sophia O’Shaughnessy (she/her), and Puri Carvajal (she/her). What makes them unique is that they practice as a team of three! Every client gets thrice the experience, attention and love from them. They believe in building deep relationships and came up with this team-based approach so they can do more for you. They offer three individual prenatal meetings with each doula, group classes, monthly in-person office hours and unlimited support via text during the prenatal period to help you prepare for your birth and postpartum. Their goal is to make you feel safe during your labor. As moms themselves, their guidance and advice come infused with a healthy dose of practicality. They also strive to build community with the families that they serve thru their bi-weekly classes and monthly in-person office hour meet ups. They are all bilingual and proudly serve people in English or Español! They serve families in: Manhattan, the Bronx, Westchester, and parts of Queens, Brooklyn and New Jersey.
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What families are saying

We honestly can’t say enough good things about our experience with Uptown Doulas. From the very start, they were so warm and personable, making us feel comfortable and truly cared for. They listened to our needs, adapted their support every step of the way, and always showed so much empathy and understanding. What meant the most was how nurtured we felt—they made sure we never felt alone and even helped us connect with other families on the same journey. That sense of community was such a gift. Their support during the birth and throughout the whole process was absolutely invaluable. We feel incredibly grateful to have had them by our side and would recommend them to anyone looking for genuine, compassionate care. - Jeanette
Uptown Doulas truly exceeded my expectations, and I cannot recommend them highly enough! From the moment I reached out, their warmth and kindness were evident. Puri, Maya and Sophia are not only incredibly knowledgeable but also genuinely passionate about supporting families during such a pivotal time. Each doula of the team took the time to listen to my concerns and answered all my questions with patience and expertise. Their understanding of pregnancy, childbirth and postnatal care is remarkable, and they provided invaluable resources and guidance that helped me feel more prepared and confident. What stood out most was their compassionate approach. They create a safe and nurturing environment, allowing me to express my feelings and fears without judgment. This is also the feeling you get from their group classes which we also highly recommend. It’s clear that they truly care about the families they serve, going above and beyond to ensure a positive experience. Uptown Doulas is a beacon of support for anyone navigating the journey of parenthood. Their combination of knowledge, kindness, and genuine care makes them an essential resource for any family. I am so grateful for having them and highly recommend their services to anyone in search for doulas. - Johanna
Christine was a calming voice in the birthing room, and an advocate for me when things got hard. Postpartum she has continued to be a support person as questions have arisen.

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